problems

noun

plural of problem
1
as in challenges
something that requires thought and skill for resolution the problem of world hunger

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2
as in questions
an interrogative expression often used to test knowledge there were only 10 problems on the exam, but they were all challenging

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Recent Examples of problems These are examples of how Swedes like to tackle hard problems. — Jan Larsson, Fortune, 9 Oct. 2026 McKinsey was about learning and always being curious and solving problems. — Jenny B. Fine, Footwear News, 9 Oct. 2026 People serving time in correctional facilities disproportionately experience mental health problems, substance abuse, infectious diseases, and chronic conditions compared with the general public. — Elizabeth Gulino, Allure, 8 Oct. 2026 However, problems occur when people use too many products, which can lead to issues such as clogged pores, irritation and breakouts, the association said. — Taylor Nicioli, CNN Money, 8 Oct. 2026 Property owners, landlords, community associations and property managers should periodically inspect irrigation systems to identify problems. — Christyne D. Santisteban, Miami Herald, 8 Oct. 2026 One business owner on 20th Street between J and K streets said the changes have created problems for her customers and have contributed to a decline in revenue. — CBS News, 8 Oct. 2026 On Tuesday afternoon OpenAI dropped more than 700 manuscripts reporting proofs, solutions and progress on 372 open problems across theoretical research. — Joseph Howlett, Scientific American, 8 Oct. 2026 This could avoid problems with the location of a will in time so that your wishes would be carried out. — R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 8 Oct. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for problems
  1. challenges
  2. questions
  3. issues
  4. matters
  5. troubles
Noun
  • These sessions have helped Ellis develop a better understanding of the challenges others have overcome.
    — Sam Birchall, Fortune, 8 Oct. 2026
  • Take the quiz here … LISTEN Tune in as a botched execution attempt in Tennessee reignites debate over lethal injection, alternative execution methods, and the legal challenges surrounding capital punishment.
    — , FOXNews.com, 8 Oct. 2026
Definition of challenges
Noun
  • Which also added to the broader challenge of navigating a technological environment that evolves almost weekly, alongside important questions about intellectual property and creative rights.
    — Kevin Giraud, Variety, 13 Oct. 2026
  • With a cup of black coffee in his hands, Sand took questions from the crowd of roughly 50 attendees in a conversational tone for more than an hour.
    — Gabrielle M. Etzel, The Washington Examiner, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of questions
Noun
  • Typically, financial advisors who specialize in working with retirees can help with investing, portfolio distribution, Social Security, tax planning, Medicare, long-term care and estate planning, among other issues.
    — Kate Dore, CFP®, EA,Kelli Grant, CFP®, CNBC, 8 Oct. 2026
  • Common issues include grief, divorce or exploring childhood trauma.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Oct. 2026
Definition of issues
Noun
  • For Republicans, well, there’s not much downside at all, except for those that truly despise green power or, perhaps wisely, fear increasing federal authority over local permitting matters.
    — Jordan Blum, Fortune, 11 Oct. 2026
  • That includes Teams data, emails or chats where employees may have discussed health or personal matters.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 10 Oct. 2026
Definition of matters
Noun
  • Because the workers had troubles, that's why this settlement has been applied.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 8 Oct. 2026
  • Trippie had legal troubles of his own this summer, when he was arrested on July 4 at Miami International Airport while trying to board a flight to France.
    — Michael Saponara, Billboard, 7 Oct. 2026
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“Problems.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/problems. Accessed 14 Oct. 2026.

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